Frames Program

The Frames Program is modernizing the Census Bureau’s data infrastructure to maximize the utility of demographic, economic, and geospatial data. ​​​​The Frames Program will enable the strategic use of data and increase the value of critical Census Bureau assets to help deliver on its mission to serve as the nation's leading provider of quality data about its people and economy. 

If you have questions about the Frames Program, please email geo.frames.pgmo@census.gov

Business Frame
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Business Frame

The Business Frame is a collection of rich, harmonized business data across multiple sources, including (but not limited to) the Longitudinal Business Database, Governments Master Address File, and third-party sources, linked to the Business Register, and stored in a central location. 

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